9.1 Superb Based on 82 reviews
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"This historic waterfront inn offers views of Lake Michigan, a daily afternoon social hour, and complimentary bicycles for exploring nearby trails. Second-floor rooms feature private balconies overlooking the water. Best for weekend couples, less so for guests requiring accessibility."

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19 Sept 2026
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20 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

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Why guests choose Stafford\'S Bay View Inn

  • Private Beach
    Little Traverse Bay access
  • Award-Winning Dining
    Roselawn Dining Room
  • Complimentary Bicycles
    Bay-view routes
  • Daily Social Hour
    Free drinks & appetizers
  • Historic Property
    Oldest summer hotel north of Grand Rapids
  • Gaslight District
    Downtown Petoskey

Overview

Located approximately a 5-minute stroll from Bay View Woods Park, the 3-star Stafford'S Bay View Inn Petoskey accommodates guests in 16 air-conditioned rooms and offers a vegetarian breakfast and a charging station for electric vehicles. Located 2.2 miles from North Central MI College, the comfortable hotel features views of Bay View Association.

Located in a museum area, the Petoskey inn is around 10 minutes by car from Historic Gaslight District and around 15 minutes by car from such shopping venues as McLean and Eakin Book Store. The non-smoking Stafford'S Bay View Inn is 1.6 miles from Bayfront Park in Petoskey. Visit Lake Michigan, about 5 minutes by foot from the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States of America. The nearby educational landmarks include the public community North Central Michigan College, which is 2.1 miles from the hotel.

The air-conditioned rooms at the Stafford'S Bay View Inn Petoskey combine such comforts as climate control with free wireless internet. They also comprise an adjoining terrace and a seating area. The private bathrooms are appointed with hair dryers and towels.

Guests may visit Roselawn Dining Room restaurant and a coffee bar on site.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    3 stars
Stafford\'S Bay View Inn
Our tips

Should you book Stafford'S Bay View Inn?

Perfect if you
  • Want a family-friendly restaurant - the Roselawn Dining Room serves American cuisine and à la carte breakfast.
  • Need free private parking - the hotel offers complimentary on-site parking for guests arriving by car.
Maybe skip if you
  • Travel with a pet - no pets are allowed on the property.
Best for
  • Walking to Lake Michigan in under five minutes from the inn

Facilities of Stafford'S Bay View

General
  • Free internet access
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Fine dining
  • Bar/ Lounge area
Stafford'S Bay View Guest Services
  • Room service
  • Business centre
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Carpeted floor

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Stafford\'S Bay View Inn applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

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